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Knife Workshop - best value for money!
Very good hands-on experience. Good instructionals, very patient, very practical for home- & kitchen-use. Good tips for safety’s sake.
Kyoto: Japanese Knife Making & Sharpening Workshop in Arashiyama
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $26 / person
- Location
- Kyoto, Japan
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 145 reviews
- Languages
- JA, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Viyago
- Meeting point
- We are located on the 2nd floor. Please come up using the stairs on the side of the building.
Description
Choose the Japanese kitchen knife workshop that suits you in Arashiyama. The Beginner workshop focuses on sharpening a knife with its handle already attached. The Custom workshop lets you choose from several blade types, sharpen the blade, fit the provided handle, and finish the knife; the handle type cannot be selected. Initial stamping is available for an extra fee in the Custom workshop. Both workshops include a finished Japanese kitchen knife to take home.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8 times a day, 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 22
- Adult (ages 8+)
- $26
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 58 of the next 204 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 21.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
Handle fitting with the provided handle (Custom Workshop only; handle type cannot be selected)
Japanese kitchen knife for the workshop
Step-by-step guidance from the instructor
Use of all workshop tools and equipment
Finished Japanese knife to take home
Knife sharpening experience
Choice of several available blade types (Custom Japanese Knife-Making Workshop only)
Not included
Initial stamping is not included; available for an extra fee in the Custom Workshop only
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
145 reviews
How it compares in Kyoto
- Starting price $26 is 66% below the typical $76 for tours of similar length in Kyoto
Excurgo comparison of 1,631 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Kyoto: Japanese Knife Making & Sharpening Workshop in Arashiyama lasts about 1 hour.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $26 per person for this Kyoto experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 8 departures a day between 10:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 58 of the next 204 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We are located on the 2nd floor. Please come up using the stairs on the side of the building. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in JA, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 145 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Viyago.
Reviews(145)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Knife Sharpening
Good to learn how to sharpen knives. Vey interesting session.
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Knife and chopsticks workshop
Very nice workshop, you pick your knife shape and sharpen it with wet stones, than you connect your handle, and can even engrave it!
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your review! We're glad you found the workshop very nice, from picking your knife shape to sharpening it on the whetstones and attaching the handle. Being able to shape the knife to your own taste is a big part of this workshop, so it's great to see that come through.
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Knife sharpening
Very interesting experience. Would recommend to learn a new skill
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're glad you found our Japanese knife workshop interesting, and we really appreciate you recommending it as a way to learn a new skill.
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Japanese knives in Kyoto!
Quality knives with expert level of sharpening. I learned how do use a whetstone for single and double edged blade, and the edges came out flawless. This is a must for those who visit Kyoto and love to cook. Embossing using stamps is optional!
Operator response
Thank you for the thoughtful review! It's great to hear you learned to use a whetstone on both single- and double-edged blades, and that the edges came out flawless. We also appreciate your recommendation for Kyoto visitors who love to cook, and your note that the stamp embossing is optional, which should help future guests planning to join our Japanese knife workshop.
J
Awesome experience and amazing souvenir!
Great experience! We were looking for a knife experience in Japan and the host was wonderful. Now we can sharpen our knives at home! And we have a wonderful souvenir to take home. Definitely worth the value. Thank you so much for the amazing experience!
Operator response
Thank you for choosing our Japanese knife workshop for your knife experience in Japan. It's great to hear the host was wonderful and that you can now sharpen your knives at home. We hope your souvenir brings back good memories of your time in Kyoto.
9
Amazing and Unique Japanese Knife Experience
Such an amazing experience in Arashiyama! Everything was explained really clearly and in great detail, especially the knife sharpening techniques and the craftsmanship behind Japanese knives. The whole experience was very interesting, well organized, and professional from start to finish. They took their time to explain everything and made sure we understood each step, which made it even more enjoyable. You can really tell how knowledgeable and passionate they are about their craft. It was a unique and memorable experience, and everything was absolutely perfect. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting!
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share this. It's great to hear the explanations felt clear and detailed, especially on knife sharpening and the craftsmanship behind Japanese knives. We're glad that taking time over each step made the workshop even more enjoyable, and that it was such a unique and memorable experience in Arashiyama.
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Celebration
Amazing and different type and unique experience that I can use. Forever
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to share this! We're delighted you found our Japanese knife-making workshop a unique and different kind of experience, and it's wonderful to know it gave you something you can keep using for a long time.
A
Sharp time :-)
Nice touch of Japanese culture. With good English.
Operator response
Thank you for taking the time to review our Japanese knife-making workshop. We're glad you appreciated the touch of Japanese culture and found the English good.
W
Great experience with...
Great experience with very knowledgeable instructors. You could upgrade the type of knife for 20000 yen
Operator response
Thank you, William. It's great to hear you found our instructors so knowledgeable and that you had a great time at our Japanese knife-making workshop in Arashiyama.
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